EN 12649:2008/FprA1

Concrete compactors and smoothing machines - Safety

1.1   This document applies to concrete compactors and smoothing machines as defined in Clause 3 and illus-trated in Annex A and Annex B.
This standard also applies for hand-held motor-operated concrete vibrators as defined in EN 60745-2-12:2003, but with the additional safety requirements for electronically controlled systems as defined in this standard (see 5.2.1.2).
1.2   This document does not deal with auxiliary equipment which provides the energy for internal and external vibrators, e.g. air compressors, hydraulic power sources and voltage transformers. This document does not apply to remote-controlled or portable smoothing machines and self-acting (robotic) smoothing machines.
1.3   This document deals with all significant hazards, hazardous situations and events relevant to concrete com-pactors and smoothing machines, when they are used as intended and under the conditions foreseen by the manu-facturer (see Clause 4). This document specifies the appropriate technical measures to eliminate or reduce risks arising from the significant hazards.
This standard also includes measures to consider reasonably foreseeable misuse.
1.4   This document is not applicable to machines which are manufactured before the date of publication of this document by CEN.

Maschinen zum Verdichten und Glätten von Beton - Sicherheitsanforderungen

Compacteurs à béton et talocheuses - Prescriptions de sécurité

Stroji za komprimiranje in glajenje betona - Varnost

General Information

• Status: Not Published
• ICS: 91.220 - Construction equipment
• Technical Committee: CEN/TC 151 - Construction equipment and building material machines - Safety
• Drafting Committee: CEN/TC 151/WG 8 - Concrete preparation and handling equipment - Safety
• Current Stage: 5060 - Closure of Vote - Formal Approval
• Start Date: 18-Apr-2011
• Due Date: 23-Jun-2011
• Completion Date: 18-Apr-2011
• Directive: 2006/42/EC - Directive 2006/42/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 17 May 2006 on machinery, and amending Directive 95/16/EC (recast)
• Mandate: M/396 - Mandate to CEN and Cenelec for standardisation in the field of machinery
• Ref Project: SIST EN 12649:2008/kprA1:2011 - Concrete compactors and smoothing machines - Safety

Relations

• Merged Into: EN 12649:2008+A1:2011 - Concrete compactors and smoothing machines - Safety
• Effective Date: 18-Jan-2023
• Amends: EN 12649:2008 - Concrete compactors and smoothing machines - Safety
• Effective Date: 10-Oct-2009

Overview

EN 12649:2008/FprA1 is a European safety standard developed by CEN (European Committee for Standardization) that addresses the safety requirements for concrete compactors and smoothing machines. This standard applies specifically to motor-operated and hand-held concrete compactors, smoothing machines, and concrete vibrators, ensuring they meet essential safety criteria during intended use.

This standard excludes auxiliary equipment such as air compressors, hydraulic power sources, or remote-controlled and robotic smoothing machines. It focuses on identifying and mitigating significant hazards related to these machines, including foreseeable misuse, to protect operators and comply with the EU Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC.

Key Topics

• Scope and Application
  EN 12649:2008/FprA1 covers all significant hazards, hazardous situations, and events linked to concrete compactors and smoothing machines when used as intended or under foreseeable misuse conditions defined by manufacturers. It applies to:

  • Hand-held motor-operated concrete vibrators (as per EN 60745-2-12:2003) with additional safety requirements for electronic controls
  • Vibrating beams powered electrically or with internal combustion engines, excluding indirect power sources

• Safety Requirements
  The standard specifies technical and protective measures, including:

  • Emission control for internal combustion engines, directing exhaust gases away from operators
  • Use of low-emission drives or gas-reduction systems (e.g., particulate filters, catalyzers) for machines intended for indoor or mixed use
  • Warning signs for machines not suitable for indoor use due to exhaust hazards

• Manufacturer Obligations
  Manufacturers must provide clear instructions about:

  • Proper usage and risk reduction measures, especially regarding exhaust fumes
  • Residual risks and necessary ventilation or pollutant control systems
  • Safety precautions in manual and automatic operations

• Exclusions
  This standard excludes:

  • Auxiliary energy sources
  • Remote-controlled or robotic smoothing machines
  • Machines manufactured before the publication of this amendment

Applications

EN 12649:2008/FprA1 is crucial for organizations and professionals involved with concrete compacting and smoothing machinery, including:

• Construction Equipment Manufacturers
  To design and produce safe concrete compactors and smoothing machines that meet EU regulatory requirements. Compliance ensures market access and enhances product safety.

• Construction Contractors & Operators
  To understand operational risks and proper use guidelines, mitigating exposure to harmful emissions and mechanical hazards during concrete finishing work.

• Safety Inspectors & Compliance Auditors
  To evaluate machinery safety conformity with European safety standards and prepare for audits based on EU Directives.

• Equipment Distributors and Rental Services
  To ensure the machinery they supply or rent complies with the latest safety standards, reducing liability and protecting users.

Related Standards

When implementing EN 12649:2008/FprA1, consideration should also be given to complementary standards and directives such as:

• EN 60745-2-12:2003 - Safety requirements for hand-held motor-operated concrete vibrators
• EN ISO 12100:2003 - Basic concepts and general principles for risk assessment and risk reduction
• EU Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC - Regulating the design and manufacturing of safe machinery in Europe
• Standards covering auxiliary equipment like compressors and hydraulic power sources may be relevant for the whole operation but are not covered under this standard

Summary

EN 12649:2008/FprA1 is a vital safety standard that ensures concrete compactors and smoothing machines used in construction provide safe operation by minimizing risks related to mechanical hazards and harmful exhaust emissions. Adhering to this standard promotes workplace safety, regulatory compliance, and improved environmental performance of construction machinery. Understanding and applying EN 12649 helps manufacturers, operators, and safety professionals manage hazards effectively in concrete finishing operations.

Standards Content (Sample)

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-april-2011
Stroji za komprimiranje in glajenje betona - Varnost
Concrete compactors and smoothing machines - Safety
Maschinen zum Verdichten und Glätten von Beton - Sicherheitsanforderungen
Compacteurs à béton et talocheuses - Prescriptions de sécurité
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 12649:2008/FprA1
ICS:
91.220 Gradbena oprema Construction equipment
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

EUROPEAN STANDARD
FINAL DRAFT
EN 12649:2008
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
FprA1
November 2010
ICS 91.220
English Version
Concrete compactors and smoothing machines - Safety
Compacteurs à béton et talocheuses - Prescriptions de Maschinen zum Verdichten und Glätten von Beton -
sécurité Sicherheitsanforderungen
This draft amendment is submitted to CEN members for unique acceptance procedure. It has been drawn up by the Technical Committee
CEN/TC 151.
This draft amendment A1, if approved, will modify the European Standard EN 12649:2008. If this draft becomes an amendment, CEN
members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for inclusion of this amendment
into the relevant national standard without any alteration.

This draft amendment was established by CEN in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made
by translation under the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the CEN Management Centre has the same
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Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland,
Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.

Recipients of this draft are invited to submit, with their comments, notification of any relevant patent rights of which they are aware and to
provide supporting documentation.

Warning : This document is not a European Standard. It is distributed for review and comments. It is subject to change without notice and
shall not be referred to as a European Standard.

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Contents Page
Foreword .3
1 Modifications to the Foreword .4
2 Modification to 5.2.3, Safety requirements for vibrating beams .4
3 Modification to 5.2.4, Safety requirements for smoothing machines .4
4 Modifications to Clause 7, Information for use .5
5 Deletion of Annex ZA .5
6 Modifications to Annex ZB .5

Foreword
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